Crystal (Blevins) Ballard

Crystal Blevins Ballard, 57, of Concord passed away at her home on January 2, 2024. She was born November 17, 1966 in Cabarrus County, a daughter of the late James “Butch” and Karen Mabry Blevins. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her aunts and uncles, Neisa Hudson, Jatana "Jan" Stallings, and Jay Mabry.

Crystal graduated from South Rowan High School. Mrs. Ballard had worked for Charlotte Motor Speedway for many years. She then worked for Sensory Spectrum Inc. in Kannapolis. Crystal loved watching NASCAR racing, going to the Country Music Festival in Nashville, and camping with her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and nanny. She cherished the time spent with her family and friends and she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Whitley’s Funeral Home Chapel. Her family will receive friends prior from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

Crystal is survived by her husband, Mark C. Ballard, daughter, Teka Ballard Sigler (Jacob), grandson, Boone David Sigler, brother, Randy Blevins and aunt, Sylvia Couvier (Jim), and nieces and nephews.

Crystal was a most giving person and would like all who can to donate to your nearest homeless shelter and/or humane society.